Kenneth B. Kapp

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Kenneth Kapp Obituary

Name: Visitation for Kenneth B. Kapp
Start: 2016-01-28T23:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-01-29T01:00:00.000Z
Location: Patrick T. Lanigan Funeral Home - Turtle Creek

Kenneth B. Kapp, 68, of Monroeville, died tragically Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2016, from complications of ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. Ken was preceded in death by his parents, Bernard and Gladys J. Kapp; and his sister, Janet (surviving spouse, P. James) Gottardi. He was the beloved father of Evan A. Kapp, of Monroeville; dear brother of Bernard W. (Lee) Kapp, of Lewes, Del., Terry J. (Ronald) Miller, of Davenport, Fla., and James K. (Kathleen) Kapp, of Monroeville; and is also survived by many nieces and nephews across the USA. Ken was retired from Jones-Kapp and Joyce Opticians and, also, Synergeyes Inc. He had graduated first in his optical class from Ferris State College, Big Rapids, Mich., and received the Beverly Myers Scholarship Award. Ken proudly served his country with the 25th Infantry, Medical Battalion in Cu Chi, Vietnam. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal with DVC60 and the Army Commendation Medal with two O/S bars.
Friends welcome from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, TURTLE CREEK/MONROEVILLE CHAPEL, 1111 Monroeville Ave. at James Street, Turtle Creek, 412-823-9350, where a funeral service will take place at 8 p.m. Friday, followed by a presentation of military honors.
In lieu of flowers, Ken's family suggests donations to the ALS Association of Western PA, 416 Lincoln Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15209.

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Published by Pittsburgh Tribune Review from Jan. 28 to Jan. 29, 2016.

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Mary Cabell

March 16, 2017

For forty years, Ken called me on my birthday, August 1st, the day before his own on Aug. 2nd. Last summer he did not call and I waited for him to ring with an explanation of some sort. When the new year came and I had not heard from him, I was troubled and I searched but couldn't find his number. Finally I tried Googling his entire name and up popped this obituary.
My heart is broken.
My love goes out to all his family and especially to his son, Evan.
Evan, Ken spoke to me of you so often and with such love and affection. He could not stand it when he was away from you. I hope somehow I might meet you someday.
To Ken's friends and family my deepest condolences go out to all of you.
I came to Pittsburgh so many years ago and remember with affection meeting his parents, now passed.
Bless you all.
I will miss my dear, kind friend Ken for the rest of my time on this planet.
With sadness,
Randy Cabell
Charleston, SC

Bernadette Haase

January 30, 2016

I am so saddened by this news. Unfortunately, I did not know that Ken was ill. He fitted me for my first pair of contact lenses when I was twelve. In recent years we would bump into each other at Whole Foods. Ken, may there be an endless supply of wine in heaven. RIP. Bernadette Haase

Joyce Glasser

January 29, 2016

Dear Kapp family, my sincere condolences. Relish the fond memories with Ken. God bless you in your sorrow. Joyce Glasser

January 29, 2016

My sincere condolences to Ken's family during this saddened time. Are families were neighbors for many years on Lincoln Avenue. I have many wonderful memories of Ken and his family. Our prayers and thoughts will be with you.

Kathy Pucci and family
West Mifflin, PA

Cheryl Werle

January 28, 2016

To the Kapp Family -
I extend my deepest sympathies for your great loss. Ken was a kind, warm, gracious health professional. It was always a joy
to have appointments with him at the Forest Hills office. Thankful for his service to our country, May Patriot Ken rest in Eternal Peace.
Sincerely,
Cheryl (Kravetz) Werle
Jones Mills, PA

Hanne Hollenbeck

January 28, 2016

It was sad to hear about Ken's passing this morning .A mutual friend called me at work. I used to work next door to Ken and Jim in Forest Hills for many years . I did not know he was sick and is very sad by his passing . Condolances to his family and especially Jim and Kathy and Family .

Carolyn LaTorre Riggs

January 28, 2016

My sincere condolences to Ken's family and friends during this time of sadness and loss. Ken and I were friends during our youth but I remember him fondly and am saddened by his passing.

Ron and Kathy Nardozzi

January 28, 2016

Ken was a dear, dear friend for many years. We will miss his movie, wine, food, and holistic health reviews. Spoke to him only a few short weeks ago before we left for Florida, where we are now. Our deepest sympathy and a very warm embrace for your family. We are so sorry for your loss.

Dom Palmieri

January 28, 2016

My deepest condolences to the Kapp family. We were neighbors on Lincoln Avenue.

January 28, 2016

My sincere condolences to all family members and friends of the Kapp family. Ken was my optician for many years. A really nice guy. Lynne Hartnett

Phil and Joyce Glasser

January 28, 2016

Evan, Bernie, Terry, Jim and family......we were saddened to hear of Ken's passing. Our families have been connected for so many years and we extend our sincere sympathy to you all. You will be in our thoughts and prayers this week and going forward. To my brother-in-arms, Ken: you stayed "in the fight" as long as you could and you may now stand down...you are relieved! May God's blessings, love, grace, understanding and peace be with, on and in each of you.

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